LNG bunkering volumes are surging in major ports, with Singapore recording a 48% increase in Q1 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. This growth is driven by the increasing adoption of liquefied biomethane (LBM) as an alternative fuel source.
The Port of Rotterdam recorded a more than six-fold increase in LBM blend bunkering in 2025 compared to 2024, with 15,260 cbm bunkered in Q1 2026 alone. This growth is expected to continue, driven by the increasing demand for low-carbon fuels and the need to reduce emissions.
The methane pathway is gaining traction despite geopolitical disruption and regulatory uncertainty. LNG-fuelled vessels now account for about 90% of the entire alternative fuel vessel orderbook globally, an increase from 66% year-to-date.
Fuel optionality is one of the reasons for the success of the methane pathway. Dual-fuel vessels can switch between LNG, LBM and conventional marine fuels as market conditions change, providing resilience in a volatile market.
LNG bunkering volumes are rising in key ports, with Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges together reporting a 44% increase over the same period. This growth is expected to continue, driven by the increasing adoption of LNG as an alternative fuel source.
The transition to low-carbon fuels is gaining momentum, driven by the need to reduce emissions and mitigate climate change. The methane pathway is one of the key solutions being explored, offering a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels.
SEA-LNG, an industry coalition, notes that bunkering volumes are up despite some parts of the industry pulling back. However, the methane pathway is not one of them, with emissions coming down and the value chain stepping forward.
The growth in LNG bunkering volumes is expected to continue, driven by the increasing demand for alternative fuels and the need to reduce emissions. As the industry moves towards a low-carbon future, LNG-fuelled vessels are likely to play an increasingly important role.
In conclusion, the methane pathway is gaining momentum, driven by the increasing adoption of liquefied biomethane (LBM) as an alternative fuel source. The growth in LNG bunkering volumes is expected to continue, offering a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels and reducing emissions.
The methane decarbonization pathway is gaining momentum, driven by increasing demand for alternative fuels and the need to reduce emissions.
